Instructor of the Department of Special Education

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Special Education (DSE) in the College of Education (COE) at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is seeking an Instructor of Special Education skilled in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to join our dynamic, student-centered faculty. The instructor will teach a selection of core undergraduate and graduate courses, with an emphasis on courses in ABA in the Department’s master’s program, to a dynamic mix of traditional college students and working professionals seeking initial and advanced training in special education. Florida Atlantic University is classified as a “very high research activity” institution. There are more than 30,000 students and 6,500 faculty and staff. The main campus of the university is in Boca Raton, Florida. There are additional campus locations along the southern Atlantic Coast in Ft. Lauderdale, Davie, Dania Beach, and Jupiter, FL. The College consists of five departments: Communication Sciences and Disorders, Counselor Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership and Research Methodology, and Special Education. In addition, the College oversees three highly rated public laboratory K-12 schools whose three-fold mission is to be a demonstration site for teacher education; develop curricula; and conduct research. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming campus environment for all. The Department of Special Education provides leadership in our local, state, national, and international communities in the areas of teaching, research, and service. Faculty and Department efforts promote research-based practices that reflect the changing societal needs of people with disabilities, their families, and the professionals and organizations who work with them. This is accomplished by bringing faculty, students, and members of our various communities together to improve the quality of education for all members of society. The Department of Special Education is deeply committed to a community of excellence and welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute to improving the quality of education for all members of an increasingly technological, inclusive, and global society. Florida Atlantic University is located in Boca Raton, Florida, a tropical setting known for its culture and entertainment. The university's main campus is less than three miles from the Atlantic Ocean and Boca Raton's beaches. The area around FAU is known for its nightlife, trendy restaurants, and culture. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conducive to year-round outdoor activities. We seek an instructor who will enhance, develop, and teach core courses at the undergraduate level, but primarily at the master’s levels. This instructor must have the knowledge, skills, and disposition to teach across a variety of delivery modes in content areas (e.g., ABA, inclusive education, special education, assessment, policy, and behavior support). The instructor will work to promote the mission and goals of the Department, College, and University.

Requirements

Earned doctorate from an accredited institution in special education or closely related field by August 1, 2026, with a minimum of 18 units of graduate coursework in special education.
A minimum of three years of practical and effective teaching experience as a special educator at the PK-12 level or equivalent clinical experience in ABA.
Demonstrated ability to effectively teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students using innovative instructional approaches, methods, and technologies to deliver instruction across delivery formats (e.g., fully online- synchronous and asynchronous, hybrid, and face-to-face).
A record of engagement in professional service and community engagement activities that align with the advancement of the field of special education and applied behavior analysis.

Nice To Haves

Hold a BCBA or BCBA-D certification or experience teaching behavior analytic coursework.
Experience teaching in face-to-face, online, and hybrid environments.
An emerging record of engagement in professional service and community engagement activities that align with the advancement of the field of special education.
Expertise in special education legislation, assessment, and accommodations/modifications for students with mild, moderate, and severe disabilities.
Experience with inclusive education and theories related to curriculum/instruction for students with disabilities.
Knowledge of current trends in the field of special education and applied behavior analysis.
effective oral and written communication skills
up-to-date technological skills
experience using instructional technology to deliver eLearning and hybrid courses and supervision.
highly rated experience teaching undergraduate and graduate level special education courses and courses in applied behavior analysis.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in special education (e.g., ABA, assessment, inclusive education, policy) in a variety of delivery formats (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, synchronous, and asynchronous online).
Advise undergraduate and graduate students and keep orderly records for each advisee.
Respond timely to student inquiries (e.g., emails, voice mail messages) in a timely manner.
Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development (e.g., to revise curriculum content and update courses to meet online delivery quality standards).
Work collaboratively and ethically with other faculty, staff, and students.
Keep abreast of current developments in the field of special education.
Prepare reports or responses to teacher preparation and other mandates (e.g., Florida Department of Education candidate completion rates).
Maintain and demonstrate competence in teaching, research, and professional activities, including serving on department, college and university committees, participating in professional associations (e.g., CEC), and community service.
Participate in faculty meetings and assigned department committees.
Perform other duties, as assigned.